John DowdallJohn N. Dowdall is an American professional golfer.Early life and amateur careerDowdall was born in Shreveport, Louisiana. He played college golf at Northeast [Louisiana University]Professional careerDowdall turned professional and played on the Ben [Hogan Tour] and PGA Tour from 1990 to 1997. On the Ben Hogan Tour, his best finish was a win at the 1992 Ben Hogan Hawkeye Open. On the PGA Tour, his best finish was T-26 at the 1993 Shell [Houston Open].Reinstated amateur statusDowdall was re-instated as an amateur.